2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 N vs 2026 Rivian R1S

$66,200 · Crossover

$76,990 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

Choosing between the speedy 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 N and the robust 2026 Rivian R1S often boils down to prioritizing raw thrills versus outright utility and range. If you crave neck-snapping acceleration, the IONIQ 5 N clearly leads with a massive 641 hp versus the R1S’s 533 hp, even though the Rivian counters with 610 lb-ft of torque to the Hyundai's 568 lb-ft. However, the Rivian commands a significant $10,790 higher MSRP, starting at $76,990 compared to the IONIQ 5 N's $66,200. For daily driving longevity, the R1S offers a superior 258 miles of range, outstripping the IONIQ 5 N's 221 miles. When considering sheer space, the R1S boasts 32.6 cu ft of cargo capacity, much more generous than the IONIQ 5 N’s 26.1 cu ft, suggesting a trade-off between the IONIQ's performance focus and the Rivian's practical footprint.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 N

The IONIQ 5 N wins for commuters due to its lower initial cost of $66,200 and adequate 221 miles of range for daily use.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2026 Rivian R1S

The Rivian R1S is better suited for families, offering substantially more storage with 32.6 cu ft of cargo capacity compared to Car 1's 26.1 cu ft.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 N

The IONIQ 5 N delivers superior straight-line performance metrics with 641 hp, making it the enthusiast's choice over Car 2's 533 hp.

💰 Best Value

2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 N

The Hyundai IONIQ 5 N provides significantly higher horsepower for a $10,790 lower starting price than the Rivian R1S.

Choose the Hyundai IONIQ 5 N if...

You prioritize maximum performance, as the IONIQ 5 N produces 641 hp.
You want to save money upfront, as Car 1 has an MSRP of $66,200, which is over $10,000 less than Car 2.
You don't regularly need more than 221 miles of electric range.

Choose the Rivian R1S if...

Your primary concern is maximizing storage, thanks to the R1S’s generous 32.6 cu ft cargo capacity.
You need the longest possible driving distance between charges, as the R1S provides 258 miles of range.
You prefer a larger vehicle, given the R1S's substantial dimensions, standing 76.8 inches tall and 82.0 inches wide.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Hyundai IONIQ 5 N	Rivian R1S
Length	185.6"	200.8"
Width	76.4"	82.0"
Height	62.4"	76.8"
Wheelbase	118.1"	121.1"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Hyundai	Rivian
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Front Cross Traffic Alert	✓	—
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	—
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Integrated Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Third Row Head Airbags	—	✓
Rear Solid Disc Brakes	—	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	—	✓
Adaptive Headlights	—	✓
Cornering Lights	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Hyundai	Rivian
Base Engine Type	electric	electric
Horsepower	641 hp	533 hp
Torque	568 lb-ft	610 lb-ft

Drive Train

Feature	Hyundai	Rivian
Transmission Type	1-speed direct drive	1-speed direct drive
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	all wheel drive
Rear Differential Type	Limited Slip	—

Fuel

Feature	Hyundai	Rivian
Fuel Type	electric	electric
EPA Efficiency (City/Highway MPGe)	84/72 MPGe	85/72 MPGe
EPA Efficiency (Combined MPGe)	78 MPGe	79 MPGe
EPA Electric Driving Range	221 mi.	258 mi.
EPA Energy Consumption (kWh/100 mi)	43	43
Charging Time (240V)	8.7 hr.	9.5 hr.
Battery Capacity	84.0 kWh	106 kWh
DC Fast Charging Port Type	SAE Combo	SAE Combo

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Hyundai	Rivian
Push Button Start	✓	—
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	—
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Front View Camera	✓	✓
Side View Camera	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors with Side Sensing	✓	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	—
Heated Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Dual Zone Climate Control	✓	—
Rear Ventilation Ducts	✓	—
Extended Cabin Heating/Cooling	✓	✓
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	✓
Power Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	—	✓
3rd Row Cupholders	—	✓
Front Seatback Storage	—	✓
Power Rear Seat Easy Entry	—	✓
Leatherette Steering Wheel	—	✓
Four Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	—	✓
Interior Air Filtration	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Hyundai	Rivian
Infotainment Display	12.3 in	15.6 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Premium Stereo System	Bose	—
Premium Speaker Brand	Bose	—
Speaker System	8	12
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	—
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	—
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	—
Satellite Radio	✓	—
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	—
Stereo Power	—	600W
Surround Audio	—	Discrete
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	—	✓

Power Feature

Feature	Hyundai	Rivian
One-Touch Power Windows	2	4
Keyless Entry	✓	—
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓
Moonroof Type	—	1st Row Fixed Glass Extended
Remote Keyless Entry	—	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Hyundai	Rivian
Front Head Room	39.8 in.	41.1 in.
Front Leg Room	41.7 in.	41.4 in.
Front Shoulder Room	57.7 in.	60.6 in.
Front Hip Room	53.9 in.	54.9 in.
Seat Material: Leatherette/Sueded Microfiber	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Sport	✓	—
Driver Seat Manual Adjustments	6-way	—
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	6-way	—
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Driver Seat Ventilation	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Ventilation	✓	✓
Seat Material: Leatherette	—	✓
Front Seat Type: Bucket	—	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	—	8-way
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	—	Power
Driver Seat Memory Settings	—	1
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	—	8-way
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	—	Power

Rearseats

Feature	Hyundai	Rivian
Rear Head Room	38.7 in.	39.7 in.
Rear Leg Room	39.9 in.	36.6 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	57.9 in.	58.9 in.
Rear Hip Room	53.6 in.	54.2 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Heated Rear Seats (Multi-Level)	—	✓
Manual Folding Third Row Seat	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Hyundai	Rivian
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	—
Wheel Size	21 x 9.5 in.	—
Tire Type	Performance	All Season
Tire Size	P275/35R	275/60R20
Painted Alloy Wheels	—	✓
Polished Alloy Wheels	—	✓
Wheel Diameter	—	20 in.

Suspension

Feature	Hyundai	Rivian
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓

Warranty

Feature	Hyundai	Rivian
Basic Warranty	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	10 yr./ 100000 mi.	8 yr./ 120000 mi.
EV Battery Warranty	10 yr./ 100000 mi.	8 yr./ 120000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	7 yr./ unlimited mi.	8 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	5 yr./ unlimited mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	—

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 N and 2026 Rivian R1S.

How much more powerful is the Hyundai IONIQ 5 N than the Rivian R1S?

The 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 N is significantly more powerful on paper, boasting 641 hp compared to the 2026 Rivian R1S’s 533 hp, giving the Hyundai an edge in raw power output.

Is the Rivian R1S worth the extra cost compared to the IONIQ 5 N?

The R1S commands a $10,790 premium over the IONIQ 5 N. You are paying that premium for greater electric range (258 miles vs. 221 miles) and substantially more cargo space (32.6 cu ft vs. 26.1 cu ft).

Which electric crossover is better for longer road trips?

The 2026 Rivian R1S is the clear choice for longer range, offering 258 miles on a charge, whereas the 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 N is rated for 221 miles.

Does the Rivian R1S have better torque for towing or pulling power?

Yes, the Rivian R1S edges out the IONIQ 5 N in low-end pulling power, delivering 610 lb-ft of torque compared to the Hyundai's 568 lb-ft.

How do their physical sizes compare?

The Rivian R1S is substantially larger in every dimension; it is about 15 inches longer and nearly 6 inches taller than the IONIQ 5 N, which might affect urban parking ease.

Which car is the better budget performance option?

If performance on a budget is the goal, the IONIQ 5 N wins easily by delivering 641 hp for $66,200, making it a performance bargain compared to the higher-priced R1S.